Monthly Archives: September 2014

So after another night of marginal sleep I was feeling a bit rough. We had huge amount of smoke from fires that rolled through where we were riding yesterday and then overnight. This resulted in all of us waking up with … Continue reading →

This experience has been way more than I ever could have expected. Those who have done Tour DaVita talk about “The Spirit of the Ride” and unless you are here, you can never truly understand what that means. Day 1 for … Continue reading →

One mile at a time. That’s how the mentality sets up after the first 20 miles, after the cold wind dies down, after the morning caffeine wears off. It’s amazing was we all are capable of if we just set … Continue reading →

Way to go, Rachel! A big shout-out for your amazing, touching updates! Feels like i’m riding the same exhilirating ride and emotions you guys are. Thank you for being an inspiration and representing DavitaRx. I hope your day 3 is a breeze 🙂

Rachel, this was so moving, you have me crying! I’m so proud of all that you have accomplished, you have really overcome so much! Thanks for setting an example for all of us in your positivity, compassion, and big heart! I will pray for you as you asked. During the hard moments, keep your thoughts on what’s important. Not only can you do this thing, but you can ROCK this thing! Peace, sister!

Completed the century ride today with Joe and Tanya!! We had a great time!! This year’s TDV has definitely been a challenge physically due to spending the last month in Saudi Arabia!!!! The DVT/Bridge of Life Medical Mission cause is … Continue reading →

k so today I did my first hundred miles ever, never have I done I have had so much fun specially today just being out there peddling my butt off talked to different people and I also got in a … Continue reading →

What a Great ride today was! Today riders had the opportunity to choose to ride either 71 miles or a century 100 miles. Riders could start at their own pace and time(once the sun came up :)) The scenery was … Continue reading →

Today was a long hard day out in the sun of Oregon. As a Domestique I stayed towards the rear and within shouting distance of my tent-mate. We managed to get to the lunch stop before they stopped serving and … Continue reading →

This is my 2nd Tour Davita and this year means something different than last year….. I am riding of course because my experience last year was one of the best of my life, but my friend became very ill last … Continue reading →

I am riding for my friend Steve who passed in April from Kidney Cancer. I am a Breast Cancer Survivor. Was so excited to cross the finish line for him. It was also awesome to have my Aunt Mary and … Continue reading →

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